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The 10 Best Hostels in Panama City, Panama

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Located in Panama City, 6.2 km from Rod Carew National Stadium, OyeBonita Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 8.6 km from Estadio Rommel Fernandez.

I couldn’t imagine a better place to stay than this. The staff is the kindest and nicest you can find, and they made me feel part of the family since the very first moment, trying their best in helping me -you can tell they have travelled a lot. The room was super clean, the bed comfy, the toilet very modern. and was furnished with A/C. I loved the owner’s personal touch in decorating the hostel with her own art.

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9.6
Exceptional
40 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Conveniently situated in the Bella Vista district of Panama City, Blu Hostel is located 7.8 km from Bridge of the Americas, 8.1 km from Ancon Hill and 8.6 km from Rod Carew National Stadium. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

This was my fourth stay at this hotel. Hotel has hot water unlike many in Central America. Beds were comfortable. WII was decent in room. There is a shared balcony on each floor with a couple plastic chairs. The employees are great. They have always been very helpful. One of the receptioist has decent English language skills. Her English has improved since my first stay. If you turn left as you exit hotel, there is a minimart just past the first cross street. Or turn right at this same cross street (after turning left as you departed hotel) and follow this street. You will arrive at Via Espana near several (maybe 10) different restaurants. Or, turn left at this same cross street, and you are only 1 short block from Via Argentina.

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8.1
Very good
1,170 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Bodhi Panama City is well set in Panama City, and features a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. Providing barbecue facilities, the property is located within 7.8 km of Bridge of the Americas. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.

Ancon Hill is 8.1 km from the hostel, while Rod Carew National Stadium is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Albrook "Marcos A. Gelabert" International Airport, 9 km from Bodhi Panama City.

Everyone's very friendly. Great place to get to know more people. The staff is helpful. You might have some small communication issues as the staff are composed mainly by Spanish speakers, but I didn't have any problems with that as they were always very patient to understand what I needed.

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8.7
Fabulous
1,376 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

At the hostel, every room is fitted with a patio. Each room includes a safety deposit box and certain rooms come with city views. At CulturaHumana Guesthouse rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels.

Relaxed hostel. Could sleep well. Enough chill space inside and outside. Good TV. Warm water is nice. Good kitchen for cooking (since restaurants in panama are a bit pricey and not good). Staff and family also chill and helpfull. Would recommend!

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8.2
Very good
529 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Casa Areka features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Panama City. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

You can play billiards at the hostel.

I loved the design, the other travelers interacting and cooking together, the overal feel of the place was a special one. I loved the most the lounge areas (with a pool table) and the terrace with the pool. The two kittens spiced up the place.

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8.2
Very good
617 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Situated in Panama City, Eden`s Garden Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is located 8.6 km from Estadio Rommel Fernandez, 9.1 km from Rod Carew National Stadium and 11 km from Bridge of the Americas. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a tour desk for guests.

Breakfast was delicious and a bargain for the price. I would have liked more variety during my four day stay. The location was surrounded by high-rise buildings and felt safe. However, it is not suitable for nomads who need exceptional internet and a quiet place to work.

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8.4
Very good
728 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Hostel Mamallena features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Panama City. Offering a bar, the property is located within 5.7 km of Bridge of the Americas. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Social and pool area, kitchen, responsive and helpful staff.

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8
Very good
801 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

At the hostel, each room comes with a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom, guest rooms at Hostal Amador Familiar are equipped with air conditioning, and selected rooms come with a seating area. At the accommodation each room is fitted with bed linen and towels.

It's super close to the airport which is the main reason for booking it. Also we love that it was family run and operated. They helped us with all of our questions and concerns! We got in late and they directed us to a nearby store to get food and Sim cards to save money. The air-conditioning was great in the room and much needed after a few hit nights.

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8.8
Fabulous
249 reviews
Price from
£31
per night

Located in the Marbella district in Panama City, 3 km from Canal Museum of Panama, El Machico Hostel boasts a swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available on site.

Nice hostel, so clean and good location. Nice place to meet other travelers and hang out. 💯 Staff.

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8.1
Very good
369 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Situated in Panama City, 6.3 km from Bridge of the Americas, Hostal Villa Grande features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 6.6 km of Ancon Hill. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

At the hostel, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. At Hostal Villa Grande the rooms include bed linen and towels.

What a liked the most was the employees politeness. Miss you Herbert!!!

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7.9
Good
298 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Bodhi Panama City
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,376 reviews

    Bodhi Panama City is well set in Panama City, and features a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. Providing barbecue facilities, the property is located within 7.8 km of Bridge of the Americas.

    All good, the staff was helpful. The pool was good

  • Eden`s Garden Hostel
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 728 reviews

    Situated in Panama City, Eden`s Garden Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    super friendly hosts great kitchen air conditioning

  • Hostel Mamallena
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 801 reviews

    Hostel Mamallena features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Panama City. Offering a bar, the property is located within 5.7 km of Bridge of the Americas.

    Lovely hostel with good vibes and great facilities

  • Hostal Amador Familiar
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 249 reviews

    Located in Panama City, 1.8 km from Bridge of the Americas, Hostal Amador Familiar provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities.

    la ubicación, la atención del personal y la limpieza

  • Hostal Villa Grande
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 298 reviews

    Situated in Panama City, 6.3 km from Bridge of the Americas, Hostal Villa Grande features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Really nice and helpful staff. Close to the metro.

  • Hostal Loco Coco Loco
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 494 reviews

    Well located in the centre of Panama City, Hostal Loco Coco Loco provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    Sehr nettes sauberes Hostel mit freundlicher Rezeption

  • Hospedaje Ciste
    Budget options available

    Hospedaje Ciste is situated in Panama City, within 8.8 km of Bridge of the Americas and 9.2 km of Ancon Hill.

  • Hostal Cocos Inn
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 130 reviews

    Located in central Panamá City, Hostal Cocos Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi access, and shuttle to the airport for a fee.

    Style typique Le spectacle de perroquets au matin

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Panama City

  • OyeBonita Hostel
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 40 reviews

    Located in Panama City, 6.2 km from Rod Carew National Stadium, OyeBonita Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning.

    Lla anfitriona fue muy cordial y atenta en todo momento.

  • Casa Areka
    Central location
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 618 reviews

    Casa Areka features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Panama City. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue.

    Nice vibe and chill out areas. Kitchen is will equiped.

  • El Machico Hostel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 368 reviews

    Located in the Marbella district in Panama City, 3 km from Canal Museum of Panama, El Machico Hostel boasts a swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Good position to the bus, but a bit far from metro

  • Blu Hostel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,170 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the Bella Vista district of Panama City, Blu Hostel is located 7.8 km from Bridge of the Americas, 8.1 km from Ancon Hill and 8.6 km from Rod Carew National Stadium.

    Excellent location, great room, nice rooftop and friendly staff.

  • Panama Hat Hostel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 131 reviews

    Located in Panama City, 2.7 km from Canal Museum of Panama, Panama Hat Hostel boasts a terrace. Free private parking is available on site.

    La atención el lugar súper seguro. Muy recomendable.

  • Hospedaje Francis en Panamá

    Located in Panama City, 6.7 km from Estadio Rommel Fernandez, Hospedaje Francis en Panamá provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Casa Lourdes By Acomodo

    Casa Lourdes By Acomodo features air-conditioned rooms with cable flat-screen TV in the Casco Viejo district of Panama City.

  • Toucan Place
    Central location

    Boasting a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Toucan Place is situated in Panama City, 36 km from Estadio Rommel Fernandez and 43 km from Rod Carew National Stadium.

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Hostels that guests love in Panama City

  • Avg. price/night: £34.04
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,054 reviews
    Great accommodation, clean with comfortable beds and air conditioning. Our room was on the second floor and it was quiet. The location is really good, close to minimarkets, the old town's center, restaurants, etc. Please note that there is no elevator and once you leave the hostel's door and turn left, the area there is not safe. No need to worry as in general the area from the hostel to the center is safe day and night. (No reason to go west during the day and also at night. Nothing to see there)
    Iordanis
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £23.16
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 801 reviews
    Cheap stay, outdoor-ish kitchen, many bathrooms
    Greta Marlene Sofie
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £37.42
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 368 reviews
    Clean, good location, nice staff. Best hostel during 3 weeks of travelling.
    Christopher
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £33.82
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,439 reviews
    Good value for money. Property is safe and secure. Uber is very cheap in the area. Rooms are modern and pretty. Very neat and clean. Air conditioner in the room.
    Lara
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £34.44
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 530 reviews
    Super friendly hostel in great location. Very close to a Rana Dorada craft beer joint and a cheap yet tasty pizza shop. Very near the front, if you want to walk/jog/run along the boardwalk.
    PAUL
    Young couple
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 389 reviews
    Very delicious free breakfast, a nice swimming pool to relax and enjoy drinks from the hostel bar, possibility to wash and dry clothes, fully equiped shared kitchen, great location close to public transport, cheap, very clean and very friendly stuff.
    Franca
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £28.99
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,170 reviews
    The hostel is in a good, safe location close to cheap restaurants and public transport (both buses and the metro). The room was spacious and the staff were friendly
    Jack
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £94.88
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,025 reviews
    Great location and awesome communal kitchen. So many hostels have grotty communal kitchens but this is helped kept clean by the excellent staff. Reception staff were great. Free drinking water and coffee. The 12 bed dorm was great. Superb option for budget travellers (as someone who as stayed at Mamaellna and Selina, this is by far the best in P City.
    Thomas
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £28.99
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,170 reviews
    Great location within the centre of Panama City. The hostel is close to a very cheap, quick and efficient laundrette! The price of the room is inexpensive and matches the quality you pay for. The WiFi was excellent.
    John
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £34.98
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,231 reviews
    great location, good activities planned by the hostel. I loved my stay at Selina’s. easy to meet new people and the rooftop is excellent.
    Iris
    Solo traveller

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